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Mercedes-Benz SL (2014) vs. BMW 3-Series (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2014 Mercedes-Benz SL and 2012 BMW 3-Series specs.

2014 Mercedes-Benz SL and 2012 BMW 3-Series Specifications

Model Year 2014 2012  
Model Mercedes-Benz SL BMW 3-Series  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 2dr Hardtop conv. 2dr Hardtop conv.  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,586 mm 2,761 mm 0 mm
Length 4,618 mm 4,587 mm 0 mm
Width 1,877 mm 1,783 mm 0 mm
Height 1,316 mm 1,384 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,815 kg 1,720 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 75 L 61 L 14 L
Headroom, Row 1 993 mm 965 mm 28 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,410 mm 1,405 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,090 mm 1,062 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 0 mm 927 mm -927 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 0 mm 1,252 mm -1 mm
Legroom, Row 2 0 mm 810 mm -810 mm
Total Legroom 1,090 mm (over 1 row) 1,872 mm (over 2 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 241 L 255 L -14 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 382 L 345 L 37 L

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2012 BMW 3-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
2012 Another surprising strength for the new BMW 3-Series. There's more room in back than in competing cars, and the seat is comfortably positioned and shaped. see full BMW 3-Series review
 

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